Zakynthos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Zakynthos

With a population of 11 541, Zakynthos is a must-see destination in Ionian Islands, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Zakynthos has to offer.

Where to Eat in Zakynthos

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Peligoni Club – Courtyard (Agios Nikolaos) and The Peligoni Club – The Deli (Agios Nikolaos, Volimes) are great picks.

When to visit Zakynthos

Zakynthos in January
Estimated hotel price
$73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in January
Estimated hotel price
$73
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Zakynthos

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (4,605 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,443 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,513 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,447 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,449 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (491 reviews)
Condor
Good (253 reviews)
Smartwings
Excellent (12 reviews)
Volotea
Good (371 reviews)
Transavia
Good (77 reviews)
Wizz Air Malta
Good (218 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (79 reviews)
Czech Airlines
Okay (8 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (94 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $147 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

La Caretta
4 stars
Excellent (9, 60 reviews)
$34+
Shellona Rooms & Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, 381 reviews)
$64+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1387 reviews)
$78+
Palatino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 916 reviews)
$82+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 384 reviews)
$147+
Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 254 reviews)
$147+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $35 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $7.91 per gallon in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.94 and $126.58. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Micra or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $35 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $7.91 per gallon in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.94 and $126.58. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Micra or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.